Sleaford is a town in Lincolnshire, England, in the United Kingdom. It is in eastern England. The name of the town is derived from Olde English's \"esla forde,\" which translates to ford above a muddy stream (due to River Slea). One of the town's most prominent landmarks is St. Deny's Church, which is home to one of England's oldest spires (made in 1180). Other Sleaford landmarks include Money's Mill, the Handley Monument and Cogglesford Mill. Sleaford has several hotels.